William for Model Number LDG8404AAM For a couple of weeks, as the start button was pushed, the dryer made a new noise as the tumbler began turning. Today on initial startup, the noise was longer than usual. The cycle was completed normally, and I unloaded the clothes. I wanted to check out the function of the dryer, so I attempted to restart the empty dryer. The start button caused a loud noise but the tumbler did not turn. With my wife's help, I attempted to manually turn the tumbler while the door switch and start button were closed. More noise; I could turn the tumbler about 1/2 turn, but could not cause manual start. Has the motor worn out? It's only twenty or so years old.
Answer William, if the timer is sending 120VAC through the grey wire, the drum turns freely by hand, and the start button has continuity when the power cord is unplugged and the button is pressed in then the failure would be in the motor W10410999. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Sunday, November 28, 2021